1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (362 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 993 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2360 mm |
