1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2918 mm |
