2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 201 kg more than 1995 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 1995 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |