2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto. 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 2004 Fiat Punto. 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 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Punto 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:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Punto | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |
