2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 2250 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (319 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Wrangler | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Wrangler | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
