2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 2 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 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 239 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Frontier | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 74 L |
