2000 Panoz AIV vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Panoz AIV. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2000 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2000 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Panoz AIV | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Panoz | Toyota |
Model | AIV | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 87 L |