2010 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Panamera. (300 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 966 kg more than 2011 Porsche Panamera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Panamera. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Express | Panamera |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 505 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2726 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |