2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1313 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2280 mm |
