2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (354 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1344 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6100 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
