1988 Porsche 944 vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 944 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3010 mm |
