2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1172 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Avalanche | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |