2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 280 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Avalanche | Panamera |
Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 310 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |