2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Legacy | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Subaru | Porsche |
Model | Legacy | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 414 HP |
Torque | 223 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |