2007 Nissan Xterra vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 138 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
Because 1996 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 1996 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra, 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Xterra | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Xterra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
