2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (311 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 880 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (518 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
