1994 Porsche 968 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Porsche 968. 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Forester. (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 968 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
