2005 Nissan Almera vs. 2005 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2005 Nissan Almera and 2005 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 448 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 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 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera, 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Almera.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Nissan Almera 2005 Porsche 911
Make Nissan Porsche
Model Almera 911
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1597 cc 3589 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 325 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 138 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.3:1
Top Speed 180 km/hour 285 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1077 kg 1525 kg
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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