2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 141 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 20 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
