2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (354 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1144 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Silverado | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 354 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6100 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |