2001 Porsche GT2 vs. 1988 Subaru XT
To start off, 2001 Porsche GT2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru XT would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1988 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche GT2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT 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 GT2 (621 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche GT2 | 1988 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | GT2 | XT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 456 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
