2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 786 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pathfinder | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2036 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
