2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 9 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 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (266 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 208 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (563 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |
