2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Tacoma | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Tacoma | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2694 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |