1999 GMC Suburban vs. 1999 Porsche 996

To start off, both 1999 GMC Suburban and 1999 Porsche 996 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 996 (296 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1999 GMC Suburban. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 580 kg more than 1999 Porsche 996.

Because 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GMC Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 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 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 996. (357 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 996. 1999 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1999 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 1999 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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