1997 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 685 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Top Speed | 349 km/hour | 150 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 | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3090 mm |
