1999 Panoz AIV vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 8 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 200 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 497 kg more than 1999 Panoz AIV.
Because 1999 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 1999 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic, 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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Panoz AIV | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Panoz | Renault |
| Model | AIV | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
