2008 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | Panamera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |