1998 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 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 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 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 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Trans Sport | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |