2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Challenger 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 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Challenger. 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 (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Challenger | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Challenger | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
