2005 Nissan Terrano vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 655 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Terrano | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Terrano | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 3162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1260 mm |