2003 Panoz AIV vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 301 kg more than 2003 Panoz AIV.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Panoz AIV (407 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Panoz AIV | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Panoz | Subaru |
| Model | AIV | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
