2008 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 690 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
