2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP) has 217 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Forester | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Subaru | Porsche |
Model | Forester | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2455 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 444 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 620 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |