2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 599 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Silverado | Panamera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2920 mm |