2002 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 278 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche 911 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 2002 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit, 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche 911 | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Porsche | Honda |
Model | 911 | Fit |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3399 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 144 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2499 mm |