2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 (370 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (280 Nm). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
