2002 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche 911 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 841 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |