2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Colorado and 2008 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 845 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Colorado | Boxster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |