2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Versa, 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 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | Versa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3822 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
