1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Silverado | 996 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |