2002 Panoz AIV vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 9 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 131 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 189 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Panoz AIV | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Panoz | Volkswagen |
| Model | AIV | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
