1994 GMC Typhoon vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 GMC Typhoon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 GMC Typhoon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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, 1994 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1994 GMC Typhoon | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Typhoon | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |