2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 730 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Colorado | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |