2011 Porsche Panamera vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 283 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407. 2006 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Panamera | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Porsche | Peugeot |
| Model | Panamera | 407 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
