2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 221 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (441 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Silverado | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2895 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
