2003 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 10 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (256 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 303 kg more than 2003 Porsche 911.
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, 2003 Porsche 911 (621 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche 911 | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
