2004 Ford Freestar 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 Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar 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 (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 19 kg more than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (520 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (357 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Freestar | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 100 L |
