1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Silverado | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |