2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Punto | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 303 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2920 mm |
