2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 620 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Panda | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 64 L |