2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 291 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 231 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |