2007 Toyota Auris vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Auris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Auris 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 377 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Auris. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Toyota Auris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Auris. 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 493 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Auris. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Auris | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Auris | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |