2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2360 mm |
