2010 Porsche Panamera vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 3 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 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2010 Porsche Panamera.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X5. (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X5. 2013 BMW X5 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. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Panamera | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Panamera | X5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 85 L |
