2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 134 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 996 (370 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Frontier | 996 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
