2000 GMC Sonoma vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2000 GMC Sonoma is newer by 2 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Because 2000 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sonoma 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sonoma | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Sonoma | 993 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2280 mm |
