1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 530 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 993 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3746 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3270 mm |
