2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 365 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Frontier (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Frontier | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Frontier | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1260 mm |