2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Panoz AIV (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1186 kg more than 1997 Panoz AIV.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Panoz AIV (407 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
| Model | Express | AIV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |
