1988 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 370 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 911 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
