2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (404 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda. 2012 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Panda | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 404 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 67 L |