2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 571 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Highlander | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Highlander | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
