2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 7 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 911 | Sonic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 46 L |
