2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 357 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 409 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 48 L |
