2004 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 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), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 910 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 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 2011 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto, 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Punto | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Punto | Panamera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |