2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Panda | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Panda | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |