2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 359 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Toyota Highlander 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 (370 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1701 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
