2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 690 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (310 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Nissan | Panoz |
| Model | Murano | AIV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 59 L |
