2011 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 1 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 240 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. 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 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. 2011 Hyundai Veracruz 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. 2011 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Veracruz | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Veracruz | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1946 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1806 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2804 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |
