2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1995 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Express | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 92 L |
