2005 MCC Smart 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 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MCC Smart would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2005 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart. 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 MCC Smart. 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 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MCC Smart | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | MCC | Porsche |
Model | Smart | Panamera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2918 mm |