2006 Porsche 911 vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (376 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 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 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa, 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 75 L |
