1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 14 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 30 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 517 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna, 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 993 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3746 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3030 mm |
