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 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 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 788 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.
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 525 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |