2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 370 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Patrol | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
