2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 12 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 144 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 208 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2740 mm |
