1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 13 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 129 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 580 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Sienna. 2011 Toyota Sienna 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. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 993 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3030 mm |
