1990 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 125 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester. 1999 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
