2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2001 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
