2001 Subaru Legacy vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Subaru Legacy | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Subaru | Porsche |
Model | Legacy | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |