2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 749 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
