2012 Porsche Panamera vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Porsche Panamera | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Porsche | GMC |
Model | Panamera | Sierra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1931 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1408 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 98 L |