2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche 911 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 415 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1481 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |