2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 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 230 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 445 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |