2007 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Equinox 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 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 390 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Equinox | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Equinox | Panamera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |