2010 Porsche Panamera vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord 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 313 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 514 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. 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 2004 Honda Accord. 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 476 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord. 2004 Honda Accord 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. 2004 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Porsche Panamera | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Porsche | Honda |
Model | Panamera | Accord |
Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 699 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |