2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 98 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Xterra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
