2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 181 kg more than 2006 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Galaxy | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Galaxy | Panamera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |