2000 Porsche 996 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Porsche 996. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Porsche 996. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Porsche 996 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 996 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2624 mm |