2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Subaru HM-01
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru HM-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru HM-01 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (45 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru HM-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru HM-01 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Subaru HM-01. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (57 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru HM-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2001 Subaru HM-01 | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | HM-01 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2320 mm |
