2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 8 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Envoy | 993 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2280 mm |
