2000 Nissan Almera vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 730 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera. 2010 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Almera | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Almera | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2855 mm |
