2003 Porsche 911 vs. 1989 Subaru XT
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru XT would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1989 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1989 Subaru XT. 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (621 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche 911 | 1989 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | XT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
