1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 2000 Porsche 996
To start off, 2000 Porsche 996 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 GMC Typhoon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1992 GMC Typhoon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Porsche 996.
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, 1992 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 996. 1992 GMC Typhoon has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 2000 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Typhoon | 996 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
