2005 Nissan Sentra vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (237 Nm). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Sentra | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Sentra | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2505 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1229 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |