2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 (600 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1150 mm |
