2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (249 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban 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 Suburban (454 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (309 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 249 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2420 mm |
