2001 Saturn SC 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 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn SC would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 925 kg more than 2001 Saturn SC. 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 Saturn SC. 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 (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 595 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Saturn SC | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Saturn | Porsche |
Model | SC | Panamera |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1900 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |