2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 473 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |