2008 Nissan Primera vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Primera | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Primera | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |