2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Panamera. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche 911. 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2920 mm |
