2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (300 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
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 Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |
