2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 338 kg more than 2001 Panoz AIV.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V. 2004 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2001 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2001 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Honda | Panoz |
| Model | CR-V | AIV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
