2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Grande Punto | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |