1999 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 911 | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
