2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 2 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (477 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (261 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 (641 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 477 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 641 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |
