2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 911 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
