2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (488 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (335 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2420 mm |
