1998 Panoz AIV vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1998 Panoz AIV. (301 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1456 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Panoz AIV | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Panoz | Volkswagen |
| Model | AIV | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 100 L |
