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. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Panamera. 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 5998 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 12 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4968 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2918 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 100 L


 

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