1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 530 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
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 993 (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 993 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 993 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3090 mm |