1999 Honda S-MX vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Panamera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda S-MX | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | S-MX | Panamera |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2918 mm |