2009 Nissan NP300 vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan NP300 | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | NP300 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2360 mm |