1993 Porsche 968 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (187 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1993 Porsche 968.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 968 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 968 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 96 L |
