2012 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota iQ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota iQ 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 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota iQ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche 911 | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4465 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1311 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 32 L |
