1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 485 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (325 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 76 L |
