2000 Panoz AIV vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 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 2000 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic, 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, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2011 Honda Civic 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. 2011 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Panoz AIV | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Panoz | Honda |
| Model | AIV | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
