2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 30 more horse power than 2007 Porsche 911. (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1111 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911. 2008 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |