2004 Panoz AIV vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 8 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 32 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Venza. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Venza.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza 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, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza. 2012 Toyota Venza 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. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Panoz AIV | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Panoz | Toyota |
Model | AIV | Venza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 67 L |