1997 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 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 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (221 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Because 2007 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, 2007 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (387 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Porsche 911 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Porsche Toyota
Model 911 Land Cruiser
Year Released 1997 2007
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 4477 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 520 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 685 Nm 387 Nm
Top Speed 349 km/hour 157 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 3190 mm


 

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