2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (262 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra.
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, 2006 GMC Sierra (354 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Boxster. 2006 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2420 mm |
