2009 Nissan GT-R vs. 2000 Porsche 996
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (481 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2000 Porsche 996. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 230 kg more than 2000 Porsche 996. 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 GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan GT-R | 2000 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | GT-R | 996 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3799 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 481 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2360 mm |