2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1994 Porsche 965
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 624 kg more than 1994 Porsche 965.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1994 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | 965 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2270 mm |
