2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (190 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 423 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 992 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 48 L |
