2004 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Vibe 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 (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 695 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. 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 (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Pontiac Vibe | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Vibe | Panamera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |