2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (351 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Patrol. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1360 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Patrol. (399 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Patrol. 2010 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 98 L |
