2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 520 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911.
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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Uplander | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
