2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 86 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 2007 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Express | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4477 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2350 mm |