2001 Porsche 996 vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
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 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 996 | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 996 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1555 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 |
