2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, both 2009 Porsche 911 and 2009 Chevrolet Uplander were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Uplander. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2009 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 911 | Uplander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 3880 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 95 L |
