2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 3 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |