2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (415 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Silverado | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 620 Nm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 63 L |