2011 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (300 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 491 kg more than 2012 Porsche Panamera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Silverado | Panamera |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2311 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3645 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 | 98 L | 100 L |