2003 Porsche GT2 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Porsche GT2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Porsche GT2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche GT2 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | GT2 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 456 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1290 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
