2012 Porsche Panamera vs. 1996 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 755 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (749 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Porsche Panamera | 1996 Chevrolet Corsica | |
Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
Model | Panamera | Corsica |
Year Released | 2012 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4806 cc | 2190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 550 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 749 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1931 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1408 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |