2007 Nissan Maxima vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima is newer by 2 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) has 189 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2007 Nissan Maxima. 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 2007 Nissan Maxima. 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) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Maxima | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Maxima | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
