2005 Porsche 996 vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 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 996. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996. 2003 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 996 | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 996 | Soarer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |