2012 Porsche Panamera vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 455 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Porsche Panamera | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Porsche | Mitsubishi |
Model | Panamera | Lancer |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4806 cc | 2400 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1931 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1408 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 59 L |