2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 943 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 GMC Sierra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2263 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
