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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 5800 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 108 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.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3822 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
