2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 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 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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 Corolla, 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 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 409 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
