2007 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic 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 (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 520 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Panamera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | Panamera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4800 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |