1995 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 315 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2013 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 2013 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Trans Sport | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |