2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 288 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |