2004 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 535 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4. 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota RAV4 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | RAV4 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
