2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 5 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP) has 373 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Optra.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Optra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 2012 Chevrolet Optra | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 911 | Optra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 481 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
