2005 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
To start off, both 2005 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Navigator. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1178 kg more than 2005 Panoz AIV.
Because 2005 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Panoz AIV. (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Panoz AIV. 2005 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 2005 Panoz AIV has manual transmission. 2005 Panoz AIV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lincoln Navigator | 2005 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Lincoln | Panoz |
Model | Navigator | AIV |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2358 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 59 L |