2009 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 998 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-350. 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 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | F-350 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 100 L |