2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Xterra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
