2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (349 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Veracruz | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
