2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (252 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 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 Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Tahoe | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |