2003 Porsche 996 vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche 996 | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 996 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 160 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 | 1520 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
