2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (102 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 710 kg more than 2005 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Idea | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Idea | Panamera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 100 L |