2005 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2000 Panoz AIV.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Panoz AIV. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2000 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Audi | Panoz |
| Model | A6 | AIV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |
