2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
