2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 159 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 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 67 L |
