2009 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Explorer 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 103 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 888 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Explorer | Panamera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |