1994 Rover Range Rover 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 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Because 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Panamera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover 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 (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover Range Rover. (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover Range Rover | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Rover | Porsche |
| Model | Range Rover | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
