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 (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (113 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 584 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 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 340 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 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |