2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 374 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Tahoe | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1260 mm |
