2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 742 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Express | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |
