1997 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (434 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 685 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
