2005 GMC Safari vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 628 kg more than 2001 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster. 2005 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Safari | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |