1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2002 Toyota Previa is newer by 6 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 3,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Previa weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 1996 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 1996 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa, 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 993 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3746 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2900 mm |
