2005 Porsche 996 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry

To start off, both 2005 Porsche 996 and 2005 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (159 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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 996 (560 Nm) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Porsche 996 2005 Toyota Camry
Make Porsche Toyota
Model 996 Camry
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3589 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 414 HP 159 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 220 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 96 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1494 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 70 L


 

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