2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 3 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. 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, 2012 Honda Fit, 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Porsche | Honda |
Model | 911 | Fit |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |