2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |