1999 Holden Nova vs. 2000 Porsche 996
To start off, 2000 Porsche 996 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Nova would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1999 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Porsche 996 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1999 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Nova | 2000 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Nova | 996 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |