2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Porsche 911

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Chevrolet Silverado 2004 Porsche 911
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Silverado 911
Year Released 2012 2004
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4800 cc 3589 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 415 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 563 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1549 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 6340 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 4010 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 12.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 64 L


 

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