2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4

To start off, both 2005 Porsche 911 and 2005 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Porsche 911 2005 Toyota RAV4
Make Porsche Toyota
Model 911 RAV4
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3596 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 280 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5 seconds 10.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 8.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 57 L


 

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