2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 399 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |