1996 Porsche 993 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 404 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Porsche 993 | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
Model | 993 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |