2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (461 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Tahoe | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 759 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |