2010 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A8 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 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2010 Audi A8. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Audi A8 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A8 | Panamera |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5062 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2944 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |