1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 8 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |