2003 Porsche 996 vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 Subaru Traviq. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche 996 | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 996 | Traviq |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
