2001 Panoz AIV vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 9 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 20 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 713 kg more than 2001 Panoz AIV.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60. 2010 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 2001 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2001 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Panoz AIV | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Panoz | Volvo |
| Model | AIV | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
