2002 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1388 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 911. (502 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 911. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 911 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | NV |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |
