2003 Panoz AIV vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz AIV 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 140 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 134 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4, 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) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Panoz AIV | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Panoz | Toyota |
| Model | AIV | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 56 L |
