2003 Nissan Almera vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2003 Nissan Almera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Almera. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Almera. (175 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Almera | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Almera | 993 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2280 mm |
