2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 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 173 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 540 kg more than 2000 Panoz AIV.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Ranger | AIV |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
