1994 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 534 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Xterra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 911 | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1902 mm |
