2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 366 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Grande Punto | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 4.9 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 | 1170 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
