2007 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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 309 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 190 kg more than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
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 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Terracan | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Terracan | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
