2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2012 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 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Corolla | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4468 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |