2005 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Panamera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 (520 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (343 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Highlander | Panamera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3309 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 520 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 100 L |