2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 GMC Sierra. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 856 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911. 2011 GMC Sierra 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. 2011 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Porsche | GMC |
Model | 911 | Sierra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 356 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |