2003 Toyota Avensis vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Avensis | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Avensis | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
