2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 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 @ 6800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 93 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester 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 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 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 |