2004 Panoz AIV vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Panoz AIV 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 204 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz AIV weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Renault Clio, 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz AIV | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Panoz | Renault |
| Model | AIV | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
