2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Yaris | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Yaris | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |