1993 Porsche Boxster vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche Boxster. 2011 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche Boxster | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | Boxster | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
