2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1012 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Porsche | GMC |
Model | 911 | Savana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |