2005 Porsche 996 vs. 2011 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2011 Nissan Livina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (376 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2011 Nissan Livina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 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 996. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Livina, 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 996 (386 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 2011 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 996 | Livina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 52 L |
