2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Panamera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
