1999 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2003 Panoz AIV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz AIV (301 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Panoz AIV.
Because 2003 Panoz AIV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Panoz AIV (407 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2003 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2003 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 2003 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Honda | Panoz |
| Model | Accord | AIV |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
