2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
