1993 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 911 | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
Model | 911 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 30 L |