1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 10 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 79 L |
