2008 Nissan Sentra vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 2 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 845 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Sentra. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Sentra 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:
2008 Nissan Sentra | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Sentra | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |