2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 360 more horse power than 2006 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota MR2.
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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | MR2 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |