1995 Porsche 993 vs. 1997 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1997 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1997 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota RAV4 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota RAV4. (173 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 993 | 1997 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 993 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
