2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Frontier. 2010 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Porsche 911 2010 Nissan Frontier
Make Porsche Nissan
Model 911 Frontier
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 3952 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 445 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 620 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 16.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1442 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5580 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.3 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 80 L


 

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