1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1999 Porsche 911

To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport and 1999 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport.

Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (286 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1999 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1999 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport 1999 Porsche 911
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Trans Sport 911
Year Released 1999 1999
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3350 cc 3387 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 183 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 286 Nm 350 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5120 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2360 mm


 

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