2007 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 450 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 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 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail, 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan X-Trail | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | X-Trail | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 537 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |