2003 Subaru R2 vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, both 2003 Subaru R2 and 2003 TVR Sagaris were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (52 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Sagaris weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 TVR Sagaris is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 TVR Sagaris. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TVR Sagaris (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (63 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru R2 | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Subaru | TVR |
| Model | R2 | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 56 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 57 L |
