2008 Nissan Armada vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 288 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche Boxster. 2008 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Armada | 1993 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Armada | Boxster |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1112 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1250 mm |