2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1997 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Sienna. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 194 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Sienna. (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Sienna. 1997 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1997 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
