1999 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | Panamera |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |