2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 190 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Tahoe | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2895 mm |