2010 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 431 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Chevrolet Equinox | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Equinox | Boxter |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2475 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |