2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 560 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pathfinder | 993 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
