2002 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Carrera GT | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
