2002 Porsche 996 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1142 kg more than 2002 Porsche 996. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 996. (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 996 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | 996 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3645 mm |
