1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993. 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 993 | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 993 | Tundra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3710 mm |