1999 Panoz AIV vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Panoz AIV.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Panoz AIV | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Panoz | Subaru |
| Model | AIV | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
