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 (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 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 | 307 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1418 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 |