1999 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1999 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche Panamera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Sierra. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sierra | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2918 mm |
