1997 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 16 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 363 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 685 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3246 mm |
