1999 Panoz AIV vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Panoz AIV would be higher. 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 153 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 212 kg more than 1999 Panoz AIV.
Because 2001 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia 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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Panoz AIV | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Panoz | Skoda |
| Model | AIV | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
