1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (190 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 280 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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 993 (542 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 993 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3270 mm |
