2003 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. (273 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia, 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 911. 2006 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Porsche 911 | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 99 L |