2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Frontier | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Frontier | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |