2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo

To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Aygo 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 283 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 671 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2008 Toyota Aygo, 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Aygo 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 2008 Toyota Aygo
Make Porsche Toyota
Model 911 Aygo
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3824 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 71 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 285 km/hour 157 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.4 seconds 14.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1536 kg 865 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3405 mm
Vehicle Width 1310 mm 1615 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.7 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 35 L


 

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