1999 Nissan Stagea vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1999 Nissan Stagea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Stagea. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan Stagea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Stagea. 1999 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Stagea | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Stagea | 993 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |