2005 Panoz AIV vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 389 kg more than 2005 Panoz AIV.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2005 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2005 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2005 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Panoz AIV | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Panoz | Subaru |
Model | AIV | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |