2003 Subaru R2 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Subaru R2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru R2 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Subaru | Porsche |
| Model | R2 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 67 L |
