2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Panamera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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 (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Captiva | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
