2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (333 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 230 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 (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Tahoe | Panamera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Electric |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |