2003 Nissan Pickup vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 260 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan Pickup | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Pickup | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2350 mm |