2004 Porsche 996 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2004 Porsche 996 and 2004 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 478 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 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 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 2004 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 996 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 996 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
