2003 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 643 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche. (440 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Avalanche | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
