2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 525 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Panamera (749 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (386 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Express | Panamera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4818 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 749 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |