2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 366 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 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 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano, 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 82 L |
