2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 723 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-350 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | E-350 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2920 mm |