2012 Porsche Panamera vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 159 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 155 kg more than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche Panamera | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Porsche | Chrysler |
| Model | Panamera | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1931 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1408 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
