2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 219 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 612 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Fiesta | Panamera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1820 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |