2001 Toyota Avalon vs. 2012 Porsche 911

To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 301 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.

Because 2012 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 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avalon. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 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 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 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:

2001 Toyota Avalon 2012 Porsche 911
Make Toyota Porsche
Model Avalon 911
Year Released 2001 2012
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2982 cc 3400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 389 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1681 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4491 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1303 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2451 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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