2001 Nissan Alpha vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2001 Nissan Alpha and 2001 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Alpha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Alpha (301 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Alpha should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Nissan Alpha.
Because 2001 Nissan Alpha is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Alpha 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Alpha. (359 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Alpha. 2001 Nissan Alpha has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Alpha will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Nissan Alpha | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Alpha | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4490 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 759 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1540 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |