1996 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (190 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 630 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.

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, 1996 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Porsche 911 2004 Toyota Tundra
Make Porsche Toyota
Model 911 Tundra
Year Released 1996 2004
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3589 cc 3376 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Horse Power 276 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 841 Nm 298 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1780 kg
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 3270 mm


 

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