2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 403 kg more than 2007 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 2007 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 @ 2700 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
