2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 746 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Avalanche | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 92 L |