1999 Panoz AIV vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 1999 Panoz AIV and 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 620 kg more than 1999 Panoz AIV.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1999 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 1999 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Panoz AIV | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Panoz | Jeep |
Model | AIV | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 98.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 86.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 87 L |