2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 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 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2280 mm |
