1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911. 2010 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | 911 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 74 L |
