2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2004 Porsche 911

To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Nissan Pathfinder 2004 Porsche 911
Make Nissan Porsche
Model Pathfinder 911
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3953 cc 3824 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 266 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 391 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 11.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1442 kg 1495 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 17.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 11.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 64 L


 

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