2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 753 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Expedition. 2008 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Expedition | Panamera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |