2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Honda Fit

To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 603 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Porsche 911 2012 Honda Fit
Make Porsche Honda
Model 911 Fit
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3589 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 415 HP 117 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 563 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1735 kg 1132 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4105 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1524 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2499 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 40 L


 

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