2001 Nissan Primera vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Nissan Primera | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Primera | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |