2003 Nissan Xterra vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2003 Nissan Xterra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
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, 1998 Porsche 993 (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Xterra | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Xterra | 993 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
