2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. Both 2007 Chevrolet Express and 2011 Porsche Panamera are equipped with a 4,800 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 609 kg more than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Express | Panamera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |