2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 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 192 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 911 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |