2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (190 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
