2002 Porsche 996 vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Toyota Previa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Previa weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Porsche 996.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 996 | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 996 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
