2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dacia Sandero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dacia Sandero 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 226 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 649 kg more than 2009 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Sandero, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Dacia | Porsche |
| Model | Sandero | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
