2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Palio | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |