1997 Panoz AIV vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Panoz AIV would be higher. 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 28 more horse power than 2013 Honda Crosstour. (274 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 665 kg more than 1997 Panoz AIV.
Because 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Crosstour. 2013 Honda Crosstour 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. 2013 Honda Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Panoz AIV | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | Panoz | Honda |
| Model | AIV | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
