2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Vectra | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Vectra | Panamera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |