2001 Kia Rio vs. 2002 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2002 Panoz AIV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Rio would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Panoz AIV weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Rio, 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, 2002 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 2002 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Kia | Panoz |
| Model | Rio | AIV |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
