1999 Nissan Xterra vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Xterra | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Xterra | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 92 L |
