2003 Panoz AIV vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2003 Panoz AIV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 192 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 460 kg more than 2003 Panoz AIV.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Panoz AIV | 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Panoz | Volkswagen |
| Model | AIV | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1640 kg |
