2004 Porsche 996 vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 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 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 996 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 996 | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |