2005 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 747 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Focus | Panamera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 303 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |