2009 Nissan GT-R vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 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 67 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (414 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Nissan GT-R.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan GT-R | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | GT-R | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3799 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 481 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |