2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 356 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |