2003 Chevrolet SS vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet SS and 2003 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SS (430 HP) has 183 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SS should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 510 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet SS.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet SS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet SS (583 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. 2003 Chevrolet SS has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SS | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | SS | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
