2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (354 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 559 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Silverado | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 354 HP | 245 HP |
Torque | 506 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6100 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |