1997 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 14 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 903 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 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 (922 Nm) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota 4Runner. 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2011 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 922 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2789 mm |
