2004 Chevrolet Venture 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 Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 249 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (749 Nm) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Venture | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Venture | Panamera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 749 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |