2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Altima | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Altima | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |