1997 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 307 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Trans Sport | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
