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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 879 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Tahoe | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |