2004 Panoz AIV vs. 2011 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Acura RL is newer by 7 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 1 more horse power than 2011 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RL weights approximately 672 kg more than 2004 Panoz AIV.
Because 2011 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RL. 2011 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2004 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2004 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Panoz AIV | 2011 Acura RL | |
| Make | Panoz | Acura |
| Model | AIV | RL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 73 L |
