2006 Porsche 911 vs. 1993 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 1993 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
