2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1998 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Previa weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Previa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 1998 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Previa |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |