1994 Ford Contour vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Contour would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1994 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 578 kg more than 1994 Ford Contour. 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 1994 Ford Contour. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Contour | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Contour | Panamera |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |