2004 Panoz AIV vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2004 Panoz AIV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Signum would be higher. 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 126 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Panoz AIV.
Because 2004 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 2004 Panoz AIV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum, 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, 2004 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Signum.
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2004 Panoz AIV | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Panoz | Vauxhall |
Model | AIV | Signum |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |