2004 Porsche 996 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 996 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 996 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
