2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 274 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.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 67 L |
