2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Because 2010 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 2010 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V, 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda FR-V | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | FR-V | Panamera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |