2002 Porsche 996 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 996 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 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 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester. 2005 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 996 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 996 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
