2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2004 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 370 kg more than 2004 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. (321 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Cayenne. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1405 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
