2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 911 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 911. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1260 mm |
