1994 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (191 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Trans Sport | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
