1995 Porsche 993 vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 17 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1995 Porsche 993.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 993. (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 993 | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 993 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2750 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2029 mm |
