2010 Porsche Panamera vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Frontera 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 298 more horse power than 2005 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Opel Frontera. 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Frontera. 2005 Opel Frontera 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. 2005 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Porsche Panamera | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Porsche | Opel |
Model | Panamera | Frontera |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 699 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2470 mm |