2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 364 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 89 L |
