2008 Chevrolet Impala 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 Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 920 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. 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 Impala. 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 (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Impala | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
