1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 304 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |