2009 Toyota Avalon vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Avalon. (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Avalon. (248 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Avalon. 2009 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Avalon | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Avalon | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4468 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |