1998 Porsche 993 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 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 126 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Venza. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Venza.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Venza. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 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 993 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 993 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 993 | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 993 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2780 mm |
