2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 9 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 145 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 191 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
