2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1526 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2280 mm |
