2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (300 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1744 kg more than 2012 Porsche Panamera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Panamera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Excursion | Panamera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5949 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 100 L |