2004 Porsche 996 vs. 2008 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback Sport 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 147 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport.
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 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 996 | 2008 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 996 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
