2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1089 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Express | 993 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2280 mm |
