2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | X-Trail | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1420 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
