2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 9 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 317 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (750 Nm) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Venture | Panamera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 750 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1678 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |