2010 Porsche Panamera vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 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 285 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 BMW 525. 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 2006 BMW 525. 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 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525. 2006 BMW 525 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. 2006 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Panamera | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Panamera | 525 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
