2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (334 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 984 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Silverado | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 353 HP | 334 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 100 L |