2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 775 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio. 2004 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Palio | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
