1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 468 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Patrol | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Patrol | 996 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2824 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |