2009 Subaru Legacy vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Subaru Legacy | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Subaru | Porsche |
Model | Legacy | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |