2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado and 2008 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1275 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Silverado | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3189 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 100 L |