2005 Lexus RX vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
To start off, both 2005 Lexus RX and 2005 Panoz AIV were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Lexus RX. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 664 kg more than 2005 Panoz AIV.
Because 2005 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX 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 Panoz AIV (408 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (328 Nm). This means 2005 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus RX | 2005 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Lexus | Panoz |
| Model | RX | AIV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1844 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 59 L |
