2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1999 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Avensis. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1999 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3823 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
