2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 340 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Pathfinder | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |
