2002 Nissan Sentra vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Sentra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2002 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Sentra. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Sentra | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Sentra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
