1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Patrol | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Patrol | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
