2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 965 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 Suburban (454 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
