1998 Porsche 993 vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 900 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 993 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |
