2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 372 kg more than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (749 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (395 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Expedition | Panamera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 749 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |