1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2010 Porsche Panamera.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche Panamera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-150 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2918 mm |
