2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 965 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Express | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |