2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1998 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1998 Toyota 4Runner. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota 4Runner. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 1998 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 445 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 21.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |