2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 307 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
