2002 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 124 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (591 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cayenne | Express |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |
