2009 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | 4Runner | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 67 L |