1998 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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 286 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 568 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Golf | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1292 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
