2004 Panoz AIV vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 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 44 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 359 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, 2007 Volvo S60, 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz AIV | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Panoz | Volvo |
| Model | AIV | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
