2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 346 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Frontier | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Frontier | 996 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3278 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.8 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2360 mm |