2000 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Xedos 6. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1993 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 152 kg more than 1993 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Pontiac Trans Am. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Trans Am (454 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Xedos 6. (170 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Trans Am | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Xedos |
| Model | Trans Am | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
