2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 237 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | Carrera GT | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 76 L |
