2005 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Panamera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Outback Sport | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Subaru | Porsche |
| Model | Outback Sport | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
