2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 908 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | Boxster | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
