2003 Porsche GT2 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Porsche GT2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche GT2 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 2003 Porsche GT2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2003 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche GT2 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | GT2 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 456 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
