1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 375 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1674 mm |
