2005 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn Vue 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) has 250 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Vue. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 392 kg more than 2005 Saturn Vue. 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 Saturn Vue. 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) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (328 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saturn Vue | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Saturn | Porsche |
Model | Vue | Panamera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 500 HP |
Torque | 328 Nm | 699 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |