2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 578 kg more than 2005 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, 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 171 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |