2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 (316 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 18 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 6400 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
