1998 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2920 mm |
