2003 Honda Inspire vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2003 Honda Inspire is newer by 2 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 55 more horse power than 2003 Honda Inspire. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Inspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Inspire weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Panoz AIV.
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, 2003 Honda Inspire, 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Inspire. (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Inspire. 2003 Honda Inspire 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. 2003 Honda Inspire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Inspire | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Honda | Panoz |
| Model | Inspire | AIV |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |
