2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Xterra. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Xterra | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Xterra | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |