1998 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 151 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911.
Because 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Grand Prix | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |