2005 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (395 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2013 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2005 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | A8 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Type | W | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2920 mm |
