1988 Porsche 944 vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 73 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 944 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1312 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
