2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Colorado | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |