2006 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Traviq. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Traviq would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 256 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero 8.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
| Make | Morgan | Subaru |
| Model | Aero 8 | Traviq |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
