2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 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 1996 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma, 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Porsche |
| Model | Tacuma | 993 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
