2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 409 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 310 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
