2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 429 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |
