2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza. 2009 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |