2005 Porsche 996 vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 38 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
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 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Legacy. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 996 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
