2008 Ford Ka 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 Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Ka would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 898 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka. 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 Ka. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ka. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ka | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2920 mm |
