2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | E-250 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 100 L |