1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V is newer by 14 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Prius V. 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 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Prius V |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |