2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,587 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1994 Subaru Impreza. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Impreza. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3587 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |