2012 Porsche Panamera vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Porsche Panamera | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Porsche | Rover |
Model | Panamera | 75 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1931 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1408 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |