2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. 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 291 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 492 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Panda 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 Porsche 911 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Porsche | Fiat |
| Model | 911 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 30 L |
