2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback. 2002 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |