2004 Panoz AIV vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2004 Panoz AIV and 2004 Renault Kangoo 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 201 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Panoz AIV.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Panoz AIV | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Panoz | Renault |
Model | AIV | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |