2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 870 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 (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2920 mm |
