2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 1335 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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 (509 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Suburban | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 420 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2755 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 67 L |