2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
