1999 Nissan Almera vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Nissan Almera. 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 1999 Nissan Almera. 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Almera | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Almera | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
