1995 Porsche 993 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 GMC Yukon. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1995 Porsche 993.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Yukon. (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 993 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | 993 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2009 mm |
