2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,757 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 965 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
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 Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Patrol | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Patrol | 993 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4757 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 282 HP |
Torque | 425 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2280 mm |