2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 443 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2003 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 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |
