2003 Porsche 996 vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 506 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
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 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. 2011 Subaru Tribeca has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Porsche 996 | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 996 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3594 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1911 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2748 mm |