1995 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort 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 403 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 865 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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 1995 Ford Escort. 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 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Escort | Panamera |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 303 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2920 mm |