2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Equinox and 2005 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 418 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Equinox | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |