2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 952 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Avalanche | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |