2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda 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 (370 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Panda | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |
