2001 Porsche 996 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 27 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
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 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. 2003 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 996 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 996 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
