2004 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 628 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Focus | Panamera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 500 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |