2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 221 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 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 2011 Porsche 911. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Corolla | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |