1994 Porsche 993 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 642 kg more than 1994 Porsche 993.
Because 1994 Porsche 993 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 1994 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 993 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 993 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3030 mm |
