2004 Subaru Forester vs. 2001 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 667 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 385 kg more than 2001 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Subaru Forester | 2001 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Subaru | TVR |
Model | Forester | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |