2005 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2005 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier. (177 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Cavalier | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 377 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 89 L |