2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 8 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 175 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima. 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, 2012 Nissan Altima, 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Porsche | Nissan |
Model | 911 | Altima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3822 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 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 | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |