2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Frontier | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Frontier | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 92 L |