1990 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avalon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 214 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avalon. 2001 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 2001 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
