1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 1996 Toyota Cresta has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Cresta | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Cresta | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2451 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
