2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Express | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
