1999 Nissan Xterra vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Nissan Xterra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 114 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Xterra | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Xterra | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |