Fisker Karma vs. Porsche Panamera
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Fisker Karma and Porsche Panamera contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Fisker Karma and the Porsche Panamera.
When comparing the Fisker Karma's and the Porsche Panamera's specifications and ratings, the Fisker Karma has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Porsche Panamera has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Fisker Karma's and the Porsche Panamera's specifications and ratings, the Porsche Panamera is a better car than the Fisker Karma.
Pricing: A used 2012 Fisker Karma ranges from $18,457 to $57,500 while a used 2012 Porsche Panamera is priced between $7,900 to $27,470.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Fisker Karma’s base engine makes 403 horsepower, and the Porsche Panamera base engine makes 380 horsepower. The Karma is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 222 miles. The Panamera is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 633 miles. This gives the Porsche Panamera the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Fisker Karma. The Karma uses electricity, gasoline, gasoline, and the Panamera uses gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Porsche Panamera has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear leg room and cargo space. The Fisker Karma has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
102000
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
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Category Starting MSRP Range:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
95000
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N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
32379
Price Range:
18457 - 57500
Category Avg Price:
N/A
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N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
8
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
30171
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
19494
Price Range:
7900 - 27470
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
25
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
86801
# Good or Great Deals:
7
Fisker Karma Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Porsche Panamera Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Fisker Karma
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Porsche Panamera
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.753343690825944
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
30.293939836092253
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Fisker Karma Rankings
Not yet available
Porsche Panamera Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 27Ranking
5 out of / 37Ranking
5 out of / 37Ranking
5 out of / 27Ranking
5 out of / 27Ranking
5 out of / 27Ranking
5 out of / 27Ranking
6 out of / 12Ranking
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10 out of / 37Ranking
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12 out of / 19Ranking
17 out of / 26Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
Fisker Karma Trim Levels
Collector Edition, EcoChic, EcoSport, EcoStandard
Porsche Panamera Trim Levels
S Hybrid
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
403 hp @ 5900 rpm
Torque:
981 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.076 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
380 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
428 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.096 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 21 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
213 / 222 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Gasoline, Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
464 / 633 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
6.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
95.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
33.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
25 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5300 lbs
Width:
84 inches
Height:
52.4 inches
Length:
196.8 inches
Wheelbase:
124.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3968 lbs
Width:
83.2 inches
Height:
55.8 inches
Length:
195.6 inches
Wheelbase:
114.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
22.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R22
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/50ZR18
Exterior Colors
Gray
Eclipse / White Sand
Beige
Not available
Black
Not available
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Green
Not available
Purple
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Not available
White
Not available
Exterior Colors
Gray
Carbon Grey Metallic / Platinum Silver Metallic
Beige
Luxor Beige Metallic
Black
Basalt Black Metallic / Black
Blue
Aqua Blue Metallic / Dark Blue Metallic / Yachting Blue Metallic
Brown
Cognac Metallic / Mahogany Metallic / Topaz Brown Metallic
Green
Crystal Green Metallic
Purple
Amethyst Metallic
Red
Ruby Red Metallic
Silver
GT Silver Metallic
White
Carrara White
Interior Colors
Black
Black Obyx
Beige
Not available
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black/Platinum Grey
Beige
Cognac/Cedar / Luxor Beige / Luxor Beige/Cream
Blue
Yachting Blue / Yachting Blue/Cream
Brown
Cognac / Espresso
Gray
Platinum Grey
Red
Marsala Red / Marsala Red/Cream
