1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Cube. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Porsche 993 | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Porsche | Nissan |
Model | 993 | Cube |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |