1991 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2003 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 785 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 911 | 2003 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1830 mm |
