2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 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 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2011 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 2011 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 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 2011 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1590 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
