1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 15 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 298 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Prius. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 993 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2700 mm |
