1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 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 1996 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup, 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 993 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2310 mm |
