2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 556 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
