2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Forester weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche 911 | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |