2005 Subaru Traviq vs. 1998 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 416 kg more than 1998 TVR Griffith.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Traviq | 1998 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Subaru | TVR |
| Model | Traviq | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |
