2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1999 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
