2010 Ford Fusion vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 304 kg more than 2010 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Fusion | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Fusion | Panamera |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1516 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |