2012 Porsche Panamera vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
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 Saab 05-Sep, 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 (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche Panamera | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | Panamera | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1931 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1408 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
