2003 Panoz AIV vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Panoz AIV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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 141 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 129 kg more than 2003 Panoz AIV.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2003 Panoz AIV (407 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (278 Nm). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Panoz AIV | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Panoz | Volkswagen |
| Model | AIV | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
