2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (175 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Voyager | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2920 mm |
