2009 Fiat Idea vs. 2009 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2009 Fiat Idea and 2009 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2009 Fiat Idea, 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Idea. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Idea 2009 Porsche 911
Make Fiat Porsche
Model Idea 911
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1242 cc 3824 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 79 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 114 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 82.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 163 km/hour 285 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.5 seconds 5.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1310 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 64 L


 

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