2009 Nissan Livina vs. 2008 Porsche 911

To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2009 Nissan Livina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Livina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan Livina 2008 Porsche 911
Make Nissan Porsche
Model Livina 911
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1597 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 405 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.6 mm 76.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 180 km/hour 310 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.2 seconds 4.2 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1329 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 12.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 64 L


 

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