2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2006 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 750 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Expedition. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Panamera has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Panamera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Expedition | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 100 L |
