2005 Nissan Platina vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Nissan Platina is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Platina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Platina | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Platina | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |
