1997 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Terrano II | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Terrano II | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |