1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 489 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. 2011 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |