2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 52 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
