2008 Subaru Outback vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Outback. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Outback | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Subaru | Porsche |
| Model | Outback | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
