1991 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 Porsche 996
To start off, 2002 Porsche 996 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1991 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1991 GMC Suburban.
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, 1991 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 996. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 996. 1991 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Suburban | 2002 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 996 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2360 mm |
