2011 Toyota Matrix vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Toyota Matrix is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Matrix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Matrix | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Matrix | 911 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4366 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1549 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
