2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (257 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Frontier | 996 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
