2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 661 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Punto | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |