2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
