2012 Nissan Frontier vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 307 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Frontier. 2004 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Frontier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Frontier | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Frontier | 911 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2042 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |