1990 Porsche 928 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 928 | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 928 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
