1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 11 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Venza. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Venza.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Venza. 2009 Toyota Venza 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. 2009 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
