2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2010 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Because 2010 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
