1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP) has 257 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 600 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 537 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |
