2001 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche (283 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. (440 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Avalanche | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 922 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2280 mm |
