2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 599 kg more than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Grande Punto | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
