2011 Porsche Panamera vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Porsche Panamera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A5. 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 (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Panamera | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Audi |
| Model | Panamera | A5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 67 L |
