2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Caldina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |