2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 411 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pathfinder | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
