2005 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (123 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 674 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (1,022 Nm) has 748 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (274 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano II | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Terrano II | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 1022 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1150 kg |
