2002 Porsche 996 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 7 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 51 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 530 kg more than 2002 Porsche 996.
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, 2002 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche 996 | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 996 | Sienna |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3040 mm |