2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 240 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan X-Trail | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | X-Trail | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2355 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
