2005 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2010 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2010 Toyota Yaris is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. 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 498 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 331 kg more than 2010 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2010 Toyota Yaris, 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 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche Carrera GT | 2010 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Carrera GT | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 42 L |