1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 8 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | Outback |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |