1998 Nissan Pickup vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Pickup | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pickup | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2420 mm |
