2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Colorado | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2280 mm |
