1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 220 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
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, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Silverado | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |