2002 Toyota Tundra vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera

To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 897 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra. 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 2002 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Panamera.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Toyota Tundra 2013 Porsche Panamera
Make Toyota Porsche
Model Tundra Panamera
Year Released 2002 2013
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4698 cc 3605 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V single
Horse Power 245 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 400 Nm
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Single Speed
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 923 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 5530 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 2114 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1418 mm
Wheelbase Size 3270 mm 2920 mm


 

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