2007 Nissan Maxima vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 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, 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Maxima | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |