1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 470 kg more than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Express | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2920 mm |
