1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
