2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3822 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
