1999 Honda Today vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Today | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Today | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1978 mm |