2005 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2005 Porsche Carrera GT and 2005 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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 Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 2005 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Carrera GT | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 55 L |
