2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Palio | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 409 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |
