1997 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 355 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 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 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 537 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
