2003 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. Both 2003 Porsche 911 and 2012 Chevrolet Traverse are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 453 kg more than 2003 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (621 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche 911 | 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 911 | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
