1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 12 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993. 2008 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 993 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3110 mm |
