2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 389 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |