2001 Ford EX vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Ford EX. (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 620 kg more than 2001 Ford EX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Panamera. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | EX | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
