2003 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2003 Panoz AIV
To start off, both 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2003 Panoz AIV were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz AIV weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 2003 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2003 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Panoz |
Model | Lancer | AIV |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |