2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911. 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 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 911 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1320 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 98 L |
