2002 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 911 | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3399 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2685 mm |
