2010 Nissan NP300 vs. 2011 Porsche 911

To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan NP300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan NP300 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 2010 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 316 kg more than 2010 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan NP300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Nissan NP300 2011 Porsche 911
Make Nissan Porsche
Model NP300 911
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2389 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 141 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 650 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1950 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1329 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4478 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 67 L