2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 950 kg more than 2004 Porsche 996.
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 Tahoe (447 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 996. (371 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Tahoe | 996 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 371 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |