2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Chevrolet | Panoz |
Model | Tahoe | AIV |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 59 L |