2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy 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 213 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | 911 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |