2003 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2002 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 167 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 410 kg more than 2002 Panoz AIV.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2002 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2002 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Panoz |
| Model | Outlander | AIV |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
