1997 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, both 1997 Isuzu VehiCross and 1997 Panoz AIV were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Panoz AIV (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 572 kg more than 1997 Panoz AIV.
Because 1997 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 1997 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. 1997 Isuzu VehiCross has automatic transmission and 1997 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 1997 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Isuzu VehiCross will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Isuzu VehiCross | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Isuzu | Panoz |
Model | VehiCross | AIV |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3165 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |