2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 545 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (749 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Elantra | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 749 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
