2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 458 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra, 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Micra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 64 L |
