2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 949 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Patrol | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Patrol | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |