2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Panoz AIV (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 685 kg more than 1997 Panoz AIV.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 1997 Panoz AIV (407 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 1997 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Freestyle | AIV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 59 L |
