2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 704 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Express | Panamera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | 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 | 323 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2920 mm |