2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
