2009 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Subaru Outback Sport | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Subaru | Porsche |
Model | Outback Sport | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |