2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2001 Ford TE-50. (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford TE-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 304 kg more than 2001 Ford TE-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford TE-50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford TE-50. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford TE-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | TE-50 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2920 mm |
