2010 Subaru Outback vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 51 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback. 2010 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Subaru Outback | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Subaru | Porsche |
Model | Outback | 911 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |