2010 Porsche Panamera vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Porsche Panamera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche Panamera 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 (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. 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 (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2012 Peugeot 408 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. 2012 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Panamera | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Porsche | Peugeot |
| Model | Panamera | 408 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2710 mm |
