2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 423 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (282 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Trans Sport | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 282 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |