2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Equinox | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
