2003 Panoz AIV vs. 1996 Kia Capital
To start off, 2003 Panoz AIV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Capital would be higher. 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 187 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Capital weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Panoz AIV.
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, 1996 Kia Capital, 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital. 1996 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2003 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2003 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Panoz AIV | 1996 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Panoz | Kia |
| Model | AIV | Capital |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
