1999 Nissan Xterra vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 14 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 244 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Xterra | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Xterra | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2475 mm |
