1998 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Corolla | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |