2003 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2012 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NP300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche 911 | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
