2004 Panoz AIV vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy

To start off, both 2004 Panoz AIV and 2004 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz AIV (301 HP) has 136 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 Panoz AIV.

Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Panoz AIV (407 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Panoz AIV 2004 Subaru Legacy
Make Panoz Subaru
Model AIV Legacy
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Roadster Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 165 HP
Torque 407 Nm 225 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 64 L


 

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