2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2009 Porsche 911

To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.

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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Nissan Pathfinder 2009 Porsche 911
Make Nissan Porsche
Model Pathfinder 911
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3954 cc 3599 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 266 HP 473 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 391 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1536 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 12.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 64 L


 

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