2010 Porsche Panamera vs. 2002 Ford Laser
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Laser 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 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 2002 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 855 kg more than 2002 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Laser. 2002 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Porsche Panamera | 2002 Ford Laser | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | Panamera | Laser |
Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 699 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2620 mm |