2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. 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 2005 Toyota RAV4. 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 (400 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 56 L |
