2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 327 kg more than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (447 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Envoy | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2187 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
