1997 Porsche 993 vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 195 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 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 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche 993 | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 993 | Previa |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |