2012 Porsche Panamera vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Panamera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche Panamera | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | Panamera | Forester |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1931 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1408 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2530 mm |
