2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 937 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Avalanche | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
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 | 321 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 | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |