1994 Ford Scorpio 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 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 505 kg more than 1994 Ford Scorpio. 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 Ford Scorpio. 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 (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Scorpio | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
