2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 123 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |