2007 Nissan Xterra vs. 1996 Porsche 993
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 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 148 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993. 2007 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Xterra | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Xterra | 993 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
