2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche Boxster | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
Model | Boxster | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |