2005 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-350. (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 762 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350. 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 (700 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-350. (621 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | F-350 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2920 mm |
