2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Toyota Celica

To start off, both 2008 Porsche 911 and 2008 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 180 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Celica. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2008 Toyota Celica. 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 2008 Toyota Celica. 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Celica.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Porsche 911 2008 Toyota Celica
Make Porsche Toyota
Model 911 Celica
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3824 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 321 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 172 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.9 seconds 8.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1176 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.5 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 55 L


 

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