2004 Panoz AIV vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 142 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 469 kg more than 2004 Panoz AIV.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Panoz AIV | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Panoz | Toyota |
Model | AIV | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1649 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 79 L |