2006 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota RAV4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota RAV4 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | RAV4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |