2001 Panoz AIV vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz AIV weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Panoz AIV | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Panoz | Volkswagen |
| Model | AIV | Polo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
