2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2003 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz AIV (301 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 908 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2003 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | GMC | Panoz |
| Model | Envoy | AIV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |
