2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 259 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 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 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest, 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Quest | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Quest | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |