2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 272 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |
