2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 775 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Pathfinder | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1260 mm |