2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Pontiac Grand Am | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Grand Am | 993 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2280 mm |