2009 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 252 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4. 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki SX4 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Suzuki | Porsche |
| Model | SX4 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
