2002 Panoz AIV vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Panoz AIV 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 153 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 485 kg more than 2002 Panoz AIV.
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, 2003 Seat Altea, 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Panoz AIV | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Panoz | Seat |
Model | AIV | Altea |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |