2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1460 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban 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 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 (509 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Suburban 2005 Porsche Boxster
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Suburban Boxster
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5963 cc 2687 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 335 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 270 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 85.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 11.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 9 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2755 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 5580 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 3380 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 140 L 64 L


 

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