1994 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 465 kg more than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. 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 (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Intrepid | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Intrepid | Panamera |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5123 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2920 mm |