2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Panoz AIV
To start off, both 2004 Ford Explorer and 2004 Panoz AIV were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 770 kg more than 2004 Panoz AIV.
Because 2004 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer 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, 2004 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2004 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Explorer | AIV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
