2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 9 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (283 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 935 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.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (447 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Tahoe | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |
