2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 3 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Palio. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 900 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 2011 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Palio | Panamera |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |