2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 777 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.

Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Armada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Armada. (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Armada. 2011 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Porsche 911 2011 Nissan Armada
Make Porsche Nissan
Model 911 Armada
Year Released 2004 2011
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3589 cc 5600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 415 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 563 Nm 521 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1735 kg 2512 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5276 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 2014 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1961 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 3129 mm
Fuel Consumption 10.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 106 L


 

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