1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Metro 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 317 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 930 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. 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 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Metro | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2920 mm |
