2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo 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 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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 (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mondeo 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:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mondeo | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2920 mm |
