2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1992 Porsche 928

To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 667 kg more than 1992 Porsche 928.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 928. (408 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 928.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1992 Porsche 928
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Silverado 928
Year Released 2004 1992
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 408 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 78.9 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 3 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2197 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1940 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 3380 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 76 L


 

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