2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 319 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Colorado | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |