2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 473 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |