2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2001 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,988 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 396 kg more than 2001 TVR Griffith.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 TVR Griffith. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2001 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Subaru | TVR |
| Model | Forester | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1456 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
