1999 Porsche 911 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 1999 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Caldina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 911 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
