2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer 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 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (239 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 672 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Explorer | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
