2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (126 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 338 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
