2005 Nissan Pickup vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 996. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Pickup | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Pickup | 996 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2360 mm |