2006 Suzuki Reno vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Reno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Reno would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 695 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Reno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno, 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Suzuki Reno | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Suzuki | Porsche |
Model | Reno | Panamera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |