2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse 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. Both 2005 Porsche 911 and 2012 Chevrolet Traverse are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 658 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 911 | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 83 L |
