2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 694 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (352 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
Model | 911 | Express |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3588 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 415 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 352 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |