1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 15 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2011 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 993. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993. 2011 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 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:
1996 Porsche 993 | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Porsche | Nissan |
Model | 993 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3200 mm |