2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2003 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz AIV (301 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1102 kg more than 2003 Panoz AIV.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2003 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | GMC | Panoz |
| Model | Sierra | AIV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2282 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 59 L |
