2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (544 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. 1998 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | X-Trail | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2487 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
