2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 621 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Pod. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Pod |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
