2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 526 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Panda | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |