2012 Nissan Note vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Nissan Note is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Porsche 911 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 (530 HP) has 441 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Note. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 608 kg more than 2012 Nissan Note. 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 2012 Nissan Note. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan Note | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Note | 911 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 530 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1052 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4083 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1691 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
