1997 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 531 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Hi-Ace | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Hi-Ace | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4468 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1285 mm |