2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
