1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 950 kg more than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Express | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2860 mm |
