2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911. 2009 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Frontier | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Frontier | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3953 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |